Exterior of Sole to Sole shopfront in Stockport showing garnet signage with services including key cutting, shoe repairs, dry cleaning, and engraving, with the shop’s signature animatronic cobbler in the window.

Before You Visit

We want your visit to be easy, worthwhile, and stress-free.
Most customers who walk through our door aren’t sure exactly what they need — that’s normal, and it’s what we’re here for.

If any of the below sound like you, you’re in the right place.

🔑 “I have a key, but I don’t know what type it is”

Bring it in.
We can usually identify the key type and feasibility in seconds, with no obligation.

Most keys can be cut straight away, others need checking first — we’ll always explain before doing anything.

👞  “My shoes are worn, but I’m not sure they’re repairable”

That’s one of the most common reasons people visit.

We’ll inspect the wear honestly and tell you:

  • what can be repaired
  • what isn’t worth doing
  • and what options you have at different price levels

No work starts until you’re happy with the plan.

🚗  “I need a spare car key — but I’m not sure what type”

Bring your working key and vehicle in.
We can cut and program spare keys for many cars. Depending on the vehicle, you may have a choice between:
  • a full button remote
  • a lower-cost non-button spare that still starts the car
  • or another suitable key option
We also replace car key batteries and refurbish worn keys if your existing key is the problem.

We’ll check the actual key, explain the options and confirm the price before any work starts.


Check Your Car First

“Will dry cleaning remove this stain?”

We’ll inspect the stain honestly and tell you:

  • if the stain looks easy to remove
  • what isn’t worth doing
  • and what options you have

No obligation.


How It Works

  1. Walk in — no appointment needed for our services
  2. We inspect the item with you
  3. We explain the options and confirm the price
  4. You decide whether to go ahead

If it’s not possible, not economical, or not something we’d recommend — we’ll tell you straight.

A quick note on pricing

Many services depend on:

  • condition
  • wear
  • key type
  • or compatibility

Because of this, prices are confirmed in person before any work starts.

There’s no obligation to proceed.

Still unsure?

If you’re not certain whether your item can be helped:

  • pop in with it, or
  • use the chat button on the bottom right of this site to ask a quick question

We’d much rather you ask than make a wasted trip.